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Dr. Francis Lebuffe, MD

Dr. Francis Lebuffe, MD

Psychiatry*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Francis Lebuffe, MD is a psychiatrist in Knoxville, TN and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

3101 Essary Dr Knoxville, TN 37918
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(865) 522-5779

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lebuffe's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lebuffe

4.3
16 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
69%
69%
4 star
13%
13%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
6%
6%

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Great
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Michelle Brooks – Jun 17, 2023
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Dr. LeBuffe was my doctor for 23 years. Highly do
I have had enough of trying to contact this doctor.,
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 15, 2023
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Best Psychiatrist in Knoxville
I have been seeing Dr. Lebuffe since 2007. He is such a caring doctor and truly listens to what is going on with you mentally. He is retiring at the end of this year, and I am going to really miss him, and I worry about getting another psychiatrist as good as Dr. Lebuffe
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Sherry P. – Nov 08, 2022
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He really cares and asks questions...he genuinely is concerned for ones well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Nov 02, 2020
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I had seen several different mental health specialists prior to meeting Dr. LeBuffe. I just wasn't able to develop a 'connection' with any of the previous Psychologists, Psychiatrists or Licensed Clinical Social Workers I had seen. At one point in my life I experienced a 'mental breakdown' and was hospitalized. At that time I was placed under the care of Dr. LeBuffe. I immediately developed a connection with him. He is such a calm and caring man. This all took place over 15 years ago. After being discharged from the hospital, I was blessed that he chose to accept me into his private practice. He always takes the time to really listen to what I'm saying and I don't feel rushed. He stopped accepting new patients 5+ years ago and I feel so blessed that I'm still able . He's reached retirement age and I don't know what I'll do when the day comes that he chooses to do so.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Blessed patient – Jun 20, 2020
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I have been in battle with major depression, anxiety, ADD, PTSD, Cognitive disorders - Since childhood. (after having open heart surgery age 6 & 31) Im now 50 yrs old and have been to probably 1000 Psychiatrist. You will not find a better Doctor than Dr Labuffe.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 21, 2019
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Best MD Ive ever seen. Been a pt for many years, has helped me so much and my family as well. Incredibly grateful for him and his staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 08, 2018
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He calls patients back when there is trouble or side-effects with medications.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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VIctoria in Knoxville, TN – May 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Francis Lebuffe, MD is a psychiatrist in Knoxville, TN and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1971. He is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Psychiatry

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  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1971
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Locations

Practice

Francis P Lebuffe MD PLLC3101 Essary Dr Knoxville, TN 37918
1
Tennova Healthcare-Lafollette Medical Center923 E Central Ave La Follette, TN 37766
2

Practice

Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center10820 Parkside Dr Knoxville, TN 37934
3

Practice

Tennova Physicians Regional Medical Center7565 Dannaher Dr Powell, TN 37849
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center

    7565 Dannaher Dr
    Powell, TN 37849
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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